The Appointment Committee of Parliament is set to commence the vetting of ministerial nominees beginning Monday, January 20, 2025. A comprehensive schedule has been released, detailing the nominees to be vetted for their various ministerial designations.
The process will provide an opportunity for Members of Parliament to assess the nominees’ qualifications, competence, and vision for their respective ministries. The nominees include seasoned politicians, experienced legislators, and notable public servants who are expected to deliver on critical national mandates.
Below is the full schedule for the vetting process:
Monday, 20th January, 2025
Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Roads and Highways
Haruna Iddrisu, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Education
Eric Opoku, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Tuesday, 21st January, 2025
Ahmed Ibrahim, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs
Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry
Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025
Abla Dzifa Gomashie, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts
-Emelia Arthur, MP – Minister Designate, Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture
–George Opare-Addo – Minister Designate, Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment
Thursday, 23rd January, 2025
Ali Adolf G. John – Minister Designate, Northern Region
John Kwadwo Gyapong – Minister Designate, Oti Region
James Gunu – Minister Designate, Volta Region
Mrs. Rita Akosua Awatey – Minister Designate, Eastern Region
Friday, 24th January, 202
Ibrahim Tia – Minister Designate, North East Region
Dr. Frank Amoakohene – Minister Designate, Ashanti Region
Akamugri Atanga Donatus – Minister Designate, Upper East Region
Monday, 27th January, 2025
– Charity Gardiner– Minister Designate, Ahafo Region
–Salisu Be-Awuribe Issifu, Esq. – Minister Designate, Savannah Region
– Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, MP – Minister Designate, Greater Accra Region
The vetting process will be critical in ensuring that the nominees are adequately scrutinized to fulfill their roles effectively. Citizens and stakeholders are encouraged to follow the proceedings, which will be broadcast live for transparency and accountability.
Stay tuned for updates on the vetting outcomes and key highlights from the sessions.
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